Asheville Outdoor Activities Guide

The mountains of Western North Carolina, surrounding Asheville, can only be described as an outdoors enthusiasts dream. WNC boasts world class mountain biking and road cycling, all categories of whitewater for rafting and kayaking, andthousands of acres of state and national forest to hike and camp in. Hard core rock hounds will bask in the unparallel mineralogical diversity of these mountains, light tackle anglers will find enough trophy rainbow trout and smallmouth bass to satisfy their hearts desire, and Western NC is even home to a burgeoning disc golf community. These unique mountains also draw motorcyclists, rock climbers, golf enthusiasts, and skateboarders from all over the Southeast and beyond.

Tourists and locals looking for spectacular vistas don't have to go far to find what they are looking for. With the Blue Ridge Parkway snaking through Asheville, and the "waterfalls country" of Transylvania County only an hour away, there are more than enough beautiful views and photography opportunities to fill a lifetime.

To begin exploring the abundance of outdoor activities found in Western North Carolina simply click on one of the images below. You will soon realize why Asheville has become known as one of the absolute best cities on the east coast, if not the entire country, for outdoor sports and recreation. What are you waiting for? Start exploring the outdoor activities of Asheville today!